What we do
Abuse robs children of their childhood. Without help, the scars of abuse can last a lifetime. And as devastating as it can be for the child, society pays a heavy price too.
Abuse changes childhood, but so can we
Child abuse is preventable - not inevitable. And it’s up to each of us to do everything possible to keep childhood safe from abuse, so children can grow up healthy and thrive. That’s why we're here and drives what we do. So as long as there’s abuse – we will fight for every childhood. Join us.
News and opinion
The latest news and opinion on our work and activities, plus our spokespeople on what we're doing to prevent and aid recovery from child abuse.
What we stand for
We’re standing up for children, demanding that laws change and action is taken to better protect them.
Children's stories
Lam's story
Lam talks about how his desire to find employment in the UK was exploited by child traffickers, and how CTAC helped him.
Kerry's story
Kerry talks about the difficulties she experienced with her mum that led to her being placed in care.
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Pete's story
Pete tells us how his mum violently abused him as a child, and how it took him a long time to realise that wasn't normal.
Robbie's story
Robbie talks about how the NSPCC helped him to deal with his anger that arose from the abuse he suffered.
Alice's story
Alice talks about how the Young Witness Service made her feel supported in court during the trial of the man who abused her.
John's story
John talks about how he found hope through our Family Environment: Drug-using Parents (FEDUP) service.